The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent

The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent

The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent

This year’s Math Team excited after winning Regionals

Math Team’s Season Adds Up

Kaitlyn Urbanowicz, School News Writer April 12, 2023

Math Team, coached by Mr. Haresh Harpalani, Mr. David Jodelka and Ms. Elizabeth Anderson, is an opportunity for students to compete against other schools by using their problem solving skills to complete...

Source: Dr. Linette Chaloka

Bestselling Author Nic Stone Visits Glenbard South

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor April 12, 2023

Nic Stone, the New York Times Bestselling author of Dear Martin, Dear Justyce, Odd One Out, Jackpot All Bets Are Off, Chaos Theory and numerous other titles visited Glenbard South 7th period on March 14th.   Students...

An Ad Hoc committee to recommend to Glenbard principals if Glenbard students will still have access to the most banned books in the nation

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor April 11, 2023

After numerous community concerns about three specific titles in Glenbard libraries, Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe, Flamer by Mike Curato and All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson, actions are being...

A Great Night of Art

A Great Night of Art

Maggie Falkenberg, School News Writer April 11, 2023

The dim lights of Glenbard South’s Little Theater welcomed all types of performers Friday, March 10th, as Glenbard South’s Creative Writing Club hosted its second annual open mic night, inviting students...

Nine Glenbard South art students visit the Gail Borden Library in Elgin to represent Glenbard South at The Upstate Eight Art Conference.

Upstate Eight Art Conference

Kathy Georgieva, In-Depth Editor April 11, 2023

After years of virtual galleries and workshops, the Upstate Eight Art Conference has finally returned back in-person. 10 pieces from Glenbard South, along with artwork from seven other schools,...

The introduction of the Glenbard Hour has elicited varied reactions from students. Source: Mrs. Santee

Student Opinions on the New Schedule

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer April 10, 2023

Glenbard South has recently announced a new change in the bell schedule with the addition of a new period two times a week called the Glenbard Hour. This new schedule creates a chance for students to get...

A BEU group photo. Source: Aniyah Nelson

Getting to Know BEU

Enaya Siddiqui, Feature Writer March 13, 2023

Gabrielle Seymour is a Black Excellence United member here at Glenbard South. By all means, she loves being a part of BEU. This month being Black History Month, Gabby was seen on the announcements, advertising...

The Pledge of Allegiance: South students on standing or sitting

Sana Muneer, Editor in Chief March 12, 2023

When the Pledge of Allegiance is broadcasted over the intercom during the second period every morning, Glenbard South students have different instinct reactions.  Some bound up out of their seats,...

Black History Month Door Decorating Contest

Black History Month Door Decorating Contest

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor March 11, 2023

In commemoration of Black History Month, Glenbard South’s own Black Excellence United (BEU) sponsored a door decorating contest. Door decorating took place on Monday, February 13th during PLC, the theme...

BEU Art Contest: Trailblazers and Trendsetters

BEU Art Contest: Trailblazers and Trendsetters

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer March 11, 2023

The Black Excellence United (BEU) club is hosting its 3rd annual art contest. ‘Trailblazers and Trendsetters’- an exhibit of African American innovators who shaped history, was chosen as this year’s...

Leadership At Its Best

Luis Irizarry-Ramirez, School News Writer March 11, 2023

Student Participation Glenbard South hosts many student leaders of different backgrounds and opportunities. The Independent sat down with Glenbard South principal Ms. Jessica Santee and a few students...

This years speech team at the Glenbard West tournament.

Speech Team Sweeps the Season

Kaitlyn Urbanowicz, School News Writer March 11, 2023

Glenbard South’s Speech Team, run by Mrs. Candance Vickers, is an opportunity for students to compete against nearby schools in public speaking events.  This variety of events includes informative...

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